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DUI-alcohol related crashes in East Texas result in 23 deaths in 2021
Thousands of people are killed every year by drunk drivers—1,061 in Texas last year. In the Atlanta District, there were 331 DUI-alcohol-related crashes resulting in 23 deaths and 51 serious injuries.
1-in-4 traffic deaths caused by drunk drivers
Analicia Zarate of Edinburg was four years old when she and her mom were headed home from church on a Sunday night. A drunk driver ran a stop sign and hit their car, killing Analicia’s mom instantly.
Farmers Bank and North Texas Food Bank help pave parking lot || Content sponsored by Quality Roofing
Farmers Bank & Trust continues construction work on its permanent location on Lamar Avenue in Paris but has also made a significant donation to help Downtown Food Pantry upgrade its parking lot.
Weekly freshwater fishing report || June 17, 2022
The reports are compiled by an outside contractor who receives the information from bait shops, marinas and fishing guides.
Hot and humid day ahead || Sponsored by Whitaker’s Towing
A few showers and storms are possible late this afternoon and early this evening generally across the southeast half of the region.
Hot day, hazy skies || Sponsored by Whitaker’s Towing
Thursday afternoon will be hazy thanks to the presence of Saharan dust overhead.
City seeks citizens’ opinions with survey
The City of Paris, Paris Economic Development Corporation, and Lamar County Chamber of Commerce have partnered together with North Star Place Branding and Marketing to perform a Branding and Identity Development Project for the goal of creating a unified marketing strategy for all three of our respective entities.
Remembering Paris Police Officer Chris Widner on June 21
Beyond the Call of Duty – End of Watch – Ride to Remember 2022 Mobile Memorial will be in Paris next Tuesday, June 21st, to honor Detective Chris Widner, who died in the line of duty last August.
Reno’s Summer Celebration set for June 25 || Content sponsored by Quality Roofing
Other fun activities will include face painting, foam machines, water slides, and bounce houses. A barbecue cook-off to benefit the Reno Volunteer Fire Department will also take place during the celebration.
Hot and breezy day || Sponsored by Whitaker’s Towing
Afternoon highs on Wednesday will top out in the 90s, with heat indices ranging from the mid 90s to around 104.